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Volunteer Assistant Coach Rick Hurni
Call Coach Hurni: 704-233-8181

Rick Hurni enters his first season as a volunteer assistant baseball coach in 2008. Hurni brings a wealth of baseball knowledge to the Bulldog program. In addition, he has playing experience on the college and professional levels.

Hurni spent four seasons as assistant baseball coach and game management supervisor at Davidson College. During his time with the Wildcats, Hurni served as the team’s hitting and outfield instructor and first base coach. He was responsible for assisting in recruiting efforts and the strength and development of the baseball team.

Prior to his time at Davidson, Hurni worked two seasons as assistant baseball coach at Anderson University (his alma mater) in Anderson, Indiana. He was the team instructor for the hitters, infielders and base runners, while serving as third base coach.

 During his playing days, Hurni was an NAIA All-American for two seasons. The four-year starter holds seven AU school records, including highest season average, hits, runs and RBI. The Ravens made two NAIA World Series appearances during Hurni’s career.

Following his graduation with a B.A. degree in Management and Marketing, Hurni signed a free agent contract with the Salt Lake City Trappers of the Pioneer League. The Trappers signed him out of the Pittsburgh Pirates training camp.

In addition to his degree from Anderson, Hurni holds an MBA in Business Finance from Butler University. He earned a certification in Business Education from Ball State University. Hurni resides in Matthews.